Generic Product News

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Acetylcysteine Solution, USPMarketed by: App Pharma, a division of Kabi USA (Schaumburg, IL)Indication: APP Pharma, a division of Fresenius Kabi USA, announces the launch of Acetylcysteine Solution, USP, 20%, a generic alternative to Acetadote. As an inhaled therapy, it reduces the viscosity of mucus, and is indicated as an adjuvant therapy for the treatment of certain acute and chronic lung diseases and conditions. It is also indicated as an orally administered medication to prevent or lessen hepatic injury after acetaminophen overdose.Dosage Form: 30-mL glass vial with 200 mg acetylcysteine per mLFor More Information: www.fresenius-kabi.us

Escitalopram Oxalate TabletsMarketed by: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd (Kalamazoo, MI)Compare to: Lexapro (Forrest Laboratories)Indication: Escitalopram Oxalate Tablets are a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults and children aged 12 to 17 years and for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder in adults. Escitalopram Oxalate should be administered once daily with or without food. Patients taking Escitalopram Oxalate should be monitored for worsening clinical symptoms, suicide risk, and unusual changes in behavior, particularly during the first months of treatment and during dosing changes.Dosage Form: Tablets: 5, 10, 20 mgFor More Information: www.torrentpharma.com/int_usa.php

Cevimeline Hydrochloride CapsulesMarketed by: Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals, Inc (Princeton, NJ)Compare to: Evoxac (Daiichi Sankyo, Inc)
Indication: Ranbaxy Laboratories has launched an authorized generic version of Evoxac under an agreement with Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. Cevimeline hydrochloride is indicated for the treatment of dry mouth symptoms associated with Sjögren’s syndrome. It is contraindicated in patients with uncontrolled asthma because it can potentially increase airway resistance, bronchial smooth muscle tone, and bronchial secretions, and can potentially alter cardiac conduction or heart rate. It can also cause visual blurring, particularly at night. The recommended dosage is 30 mg taken 3 times per day.Dosage Form: Capsules: 30 mgFor More Information:www.ranbaxyusa.com